Announcements

Financial Aid Workshops

January 29, 2015We have arranged for Chris Long and Gregg Helman of Consolidated Planning, Inc. to come and speak on January 29, 2015 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. All medical students will be invited to attend as they address the challenges of student loan debt, repayment options and strategies, and offer cutting edge solutions to this ubiquitous problem. Class of 2015 and 2016 will have the opportunity to meet individually on Thursday, January 29th and Friday, January 30th. They will work with you to create the best loan repayment and financial plan that meets your goals. Those interested in this fabulous opportunity, please email our office for the registration link for your desired appointment.

March 19, 2015 A member of the AAMC will be here for senior seminar and student loan exit counseling. However, anyone that can attend is welcome as it is never too early to gain insight on what to expect after graduation! The AAMC will walk us through the steps and timelines from graduation and grace periods –to entering repayment. They will explain how, when and why you should consolidate loans, defer loans or opt for residency forbearance. They will describe all available repayment plans and explain the nuances of Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This session should provide you with a clear understanding of all your options to create a smooth, stress free transition to residency.

For any loan disbursement for a loan where the first disbursement is/will be:

The origination fee percentage for Direct Unsubsidized Loans is:

The origination fee percentage for Grad Direct PLUS Loans is:

On or after 10/1/2014

1.073%

4.292%

North Carolina Forgivable Education Loans for Service Program (FELS)

If you were a North Carolina resident one year prior to matriculating into the MD or PA Program, and you plan to work full time in NC, you qualify for this loan forgiveness program!

The FELS or Forgivable Education Loan for Service program was established by the NC General Assembly in 2011. The first loans were available for the 2012-2013 academic year. It is a forgivable loan to NC MD and PA Students. The ONLY requirement for forgiveness is to work full-time in NC!

Current FELS recipients will be automatically considered for renewal after spring grades are posted.You do NOT need to submit a new application.

If you need further information check it out on the CFNC website or contact us. We will be happy to talk to you about it.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you aspire to work in the public service sector, you'll find that the reward is not only emotional—but possibly monetary, as well. That's because the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007 established a program that forgives some federal student loans under certain circumstances.

Program Summary

This government program provides forgiveness for the remaining balance (principal and interest) on eligible Direct Loans after the borrower makes 120 qualifying monthly payments while working in a qualifying public service position.

Only qualifying payments made after October 1, 2007 count towards PSLF; therefore, the first forgiveness of loan balances will not occur until October 2017 (at the earliest).

Eligible Loans

Any non-defaulted loan made under the Direct Loan Program may be eligible. These include:

Direct Stafford Loans (subsidized and unsubsidized)

Direct PLUS Loans, including Grad PLUS

Direct Consolidation Loans

Other Federal Loans:

The following federal student loan programs may also be eligible for PSLF if they are consolidated into the Direct Loan Program*:

2. Public Service Employment: Borrowers must be employed full-time (at least 30 hours per week) in a qualifying public service position (a) during the peri­od in which he or she made each of the 120 monthly payments, (b) at the time of application for loan forgive­ness, and (c) at the time the remaining principal and interest are forgiven.

Qualifying Public Service Jobs

“Qualifying public service jobs” include work in 501(c)(3) non-profit organiza­tions, and most medical schools and teaching hospitals. Sample fields include:

Emergency management

Government

Military service (active duty)

Public safety

Public health

and more*

More details about Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Employer Certification Forms can be obtained at Federal Student Aid .

Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be relied upon as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.